KOSTA (1) finished out of the money on debut two starts back then was beaten 2.25 lengths when fourth over 1400m at Trentham three weeks ago. Finds a more suitable contest and can turn things around. STARPELLO (3) was out of the money on debut two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1650m at Waverley, beaten 4.5 lengths into fifth. Finds a suitable assignment and can get the job done. EARLY CROW (5) stepped out on his debut over 1200m at Te Rapa seven-and-a-half weeks ago and finished seventh, beaten 5.5 lengths. Winkers added this time. Looks one of the contenders at second run back. VANRIO (4) was out of the money on debut two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1650m at Waverley, beaten 5.5 lengths into sixth. Has the class to find the winners' list.